“Kids, Community, and Culture”

Get to know the heart of Johnson Elementary and what makes it a vibrant learning community.

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Participating in school activities helps students develop interests, time management and social and emotional skills, provide a sense of belonging, can improve mental health, and form positive connections with peers and adults. We try to keep this list up to date, but sometimes we may add or drop programs for a variety of reasons. Please check with the school for the most current information.

Academics & Learning Opportunities

  • Departmentalized instruction in 4th and 5th grades with subject-specific teachers.

  • Strings program available for 5th-grade students.

  • Shared campus benefits with Bridgeport High School, including:

    • Field usage, auditorium access, Project RED (agriculture), and Teacher Cadets program.

  • Unique learning experiences include:

    • Project-based learning, shirt painting (5th grade), and visits from WVU Extension.

    • Career Day with local professionals and a city trolley tour to government sites.

Community & Partnerships

  • Collaborates with:

    • Bridgeport Public Library, Lions Club, and City of Bridgeport.

    • Harrison County Parks & Rec, local churches, and businesses.

    • Hosts Challenger League events for soccer and basketball.

  • Community leaders often serve as judges for school events and fairs.

Student Life & Leadership

  • Girls on the Run and afterschool choir offered.

  • 5th-grade students lead daily announcements and pledge.

  • Student safety patrol opportunities for leadership development.

Celebrations & Traditions

  • PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports) used daily:

    • Rewards in classrooms, lunch with the principal, and special nine-week events (plays, dances, bowling).

  • Celebrations shared on Facebook to recognize individual and group achievements.

Family Engagement

  • Home to the largest PTA in West Virginia.

  • Trunk or Treat, Fall Color Run, and annual fundraisers strengthen family ties.

  • Goal of two parent involvement activities per grade level each semester.

  • Communication supported via Facebook, Thrillshare, and teacher messaging platforms.

School Traditions

  • Beloved events include:

    • Halloween Parade, Trunk or Treat, Water Day, Field Day, and Walk to School Day.

Facilities & Shared Spaces

  • Gym used by Bridgeport High School athletic teams, Jerry West basketball, and the Challenger League.

  • Also hosts practices/events for Bridgeport Youth Football and Bridgeport Little League.